Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Product Type | Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless - 3.5 mm jack, USB-C | Headset - wired - 3.5 mm jack | |
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| Height | 20.4 cm | - | |
| Width | 19.5 cm | - | |
| Depth | 4.8 cm | - | |
| Weight | 290.3 g | 236 g | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X are lighter than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 headphones. |
| Colour | Light grey | Matte black | Black | |
| Body Material | - | Memory foam, airweave | |
| Recommended Use | - | Game console, portable electronics, computer | |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| SOUND QUALITY | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Headphones Form Factor | Full size | Full size | |
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| Connectivity Technology | Wireless | Wired | |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth | - | |
| Active Noise Cancelling | Yes | - | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are equipped with active noice cancellation. |
| Sound Output Mode | Stereo | Stereo | |
| Sound Effects | - | 360° Spatial Audio | |
| Frequency Response | 20 - 20000 Hz | 20 - 22000 Hz | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X offer a larger frequency range than Microsoft Surface Headphones 2. |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | - | <1% | |
| Sensitivity | - | 93 dB | |
| Impedance | - | 36 Ohm | |
| Max Sound Pressure | 115 dB | - | |
| Diaphragm | 40 mm | 40 mm | Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm. |
| Magnet Material | - | Neodymium |
| MICROPHONE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Form Factor | Built-in | Headset microphone | |
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| Type | - | Boom | |
| Microphone Operation Mode | - | Bi-directional | |
| Noise Cancelling | - | Yes | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X microphone can cancel out ambient noise. |
| Frequency Response | - | 100 - 10000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity | - | -38 dB | |
| Microphone Features | - | Retractable microphone |
| REMOTE CONTROL | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Controls | Volume, power on/off, mute button, noise-cancellation suspend button | Mute, volume |
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| CABLE | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Cable Type | Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m USB-C cable - detachable - 1.5 m |
Audio cable - detachable - 1.2 m | |
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| Cable Length | - | 1.2 m | |
| Detachable Cable | Yes | Yes |
| FEATURES | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Features | - | ComfortMax System, Nova Acoustic System, High Fidelity Drivers | |
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| Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible | Yes | - | |
| Intelligent Assistant | Cortana | - |
| BATTERY AND CHARGING | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Battery Type | Headphone battery rechargeable | - | |
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| Battery Life | 20 hour(s) | - | |
| Battery Life Details | Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 20 hours | - | |
| Charging Time | 2 hour(s) | - |
| CONNECTIONS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Connector Type | Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (USB Type-C) |
Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm) |
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| OTHERS | Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 | SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1X |
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| Included Accessories | Carrying case | Audio cable | |
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| Compatibility | iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Mac, Windows | Mac, Windows | |
| Service & Support | Limited warranty - 1 year | Europe: limited warranty - 2 years United States: limited warranty - 1 year Asia: limited warranty - 1 year Australia: limited warranty - 2 years |
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